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Lexus IS (2017) vs. Mazda CX-5 (2018) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2017 Lexus IS and 2018 Mazda CX-5 specs.

2017 Lexus IS and 2018 Mazda CX-5 Specifications

Model Year 2017 2018  
Model Lexus IS Mazda CX-5  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 110.2 in 106.2 in 4 in
Length 184.3 in 179.1 in 5.2 in
Width 71.3 in 72.5 in -1.2 in
Height 56.3 in 65.3 in -9 in
Curb Weight 3583 lb. 3563 lb. 20 lb.
Fuel Capacity 17.4 gal. 14.8 gal. 2.6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.2 in 39.7 in -1.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 55.9 in 57.1 in -1.2 in
Hip Room, Row 1 54.3 in 55.2 in -0.9 in
Legroom, Row 1 44.8 in 41.0 in 3.8 in
Headroom, Row 2 36.9 in 39.0 in -2.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 53.4 in 54.8 in -1.4 in
Hip Room, Row 2 54.0 in 55.3 in -1.3 in
Legroom, Row 2 32.2 in 39.6 in -7.4 in
Total Legroom 77 in (over 2 rows) 80.6 in (over 2 rows) -3.6 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 10.8 ft3 30.9 ft3 -20.1 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 10.8 ft3 59.6 ft3 -48.8 ft3

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2017 Lexus IS

2017 Lexus IS Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearComment
2016 For me, the front bucket seats in Lexus F Sport models provide a nearly ideal blend of comfort and support. Even when they don't lack lateral support, the seats in competitors don't fit my form as well. Infiniti doesn't offer the Q50 2.0t in Sport form. The standard car's front seats provide little lateral support. The instrument panel appears larger and more imposing in the Infiniti than in the Lexus. Still, I wish the view forward were a little more open in the latter. (The Cadillac ATS is better in this regard.) Lexus lowered the driving position compared to the previous IS to help the car feel sportier. I raised the seat some to compensate. Adding all-wheel-drive to the Lexus IS (and a V6 engine with it, AWD isn't offered with the 2.0T engine) adds another issue, a large hump beneath the driver's right calf. Some drivers might find they have to adjust how they sit to avoid this hump. see full Lexus IS review
 

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2018 Mazda CX-5

2018 Mazda CX-5 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
According to the official specs, the Mazda CX-5 offers about a half-inch more rear legroom than the RDX. In reality, though, the Acura has an extra inch or so. While neither is cramped, you'll find significantly more rear seat legroom in a Honda CR-V, Subaru Forester, or Toyota RAV4. If you'll be putting three people in back, the Acura does have the advantage of two additional inches of shoulder room. The RDX's additional width might not be good for handling agility, but it is very good for a rear center passenger. see full Mazda CX-5 review
 

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